acutenaculum

/ækˌjūˈtɪnæk.yə.ləm/

Definitions

1. noun

A surgical instrument used for cutting or dissecting; a small pair of sharp pointed forceps.

“The surgeon carefully used the acutenaculum to dissect the tissue and remove the tumor.”

Synonyms

  • dissector
  • forceps

Antonyms

  • suture
  • tissue-sealer